Indianica Academy

Indianica Academy is a Dance Studio in Iselin, NJ, located at 1165 Green St. The studio offers instruction in Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Bollywood Fusion, Indian Folk Dance, Hip Hop, and Contemporary dance. It serves students of all ages, from six to fifty-six and beyond, through group classes, private lessons, workshops, and online sessions. The academy also hosts a professional performing unit for corporate events and organizes annual student showcases. It holds a 5.00 rating based on customer reviews.

The academy is led by Guru Mrs. Padma Khanna Sidana, who began learning Kathak at age seven in Varanasi under Guru Kishen Maharaj and later studied advanced Kathak under Padmashri Gopi Krishna. She spent over three decades in the Indian film industry, acting in more than 300 movies across regional languages, including titles such as Johnny Mera Naam, Biwi Aur Makaan, and Raahgeer, earning the title “Dancing Queen of Indian Cinema.” Ms. Neha S. Puniani serves as Creative Director and Choreographer, holding a master’s degree in psychology from Columbia University and a degree from Rutgers University.

The studio’s annual event, Chamakte Sitaaray, has been held at venues including Carnegie Hall and Disney Paris. Students and teachers perform in these showcases, which highlight mesmerizing talent and community engagement. The academy emphasizes learning by doing, with a practice schedule calendar and registration available for various class formats.

The 5.00 rating reflects strong customer satisfaction with the instruction and performances. The academy stands among the top-rated dance studios in the area for its dedication to Indian classical and fusion dance forms.

Indianica Academy brings the rich heritage of Indian performing arts to Iselin through expert-led classes and celebrated student performances.

The studio sits on Green St in Iselin, just a short walk from the Iselin Branch Library and Lincoln Highway. It is also located near the South Branch Rahway River and Cooper Avenue Playground.

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